Smartphone training programs for seniors: Embracing technology in tomorrow's work environment
Digital Competency Courses for Seniors Launch in Wiesbaden
Wiesbaden, Germany – The State Capital Wiesbaden has announced a series of digital competency courses specifically designed for seniors. These courses, held at Zukunftswerk, Kirchgasse 6, on the second floor of Luisenforum, aim to alleviate fears about the digital world and teach practical skills.
The courses, led by experienced instructor Kirsten Kelly, will cover essential topics such as basic computer use, internet navigation, email, social media, smartphone use, and even newer technologies like virtual reality to enhance mobility and cognitive skills. Each course lasts for 90 minutes and takes place from 10 to 11.30 am.
Participants are asked to bring their charged smartphone including SIM card, PIN, and passwords to actively participate in the course. The participation fee for each course is 10 euros per person.
The courses are significant, according to Senior Council chairperson Angelika Dortmann, who emphasizes their importance. Maral Koohestanian, the Smart City department head, also explains the importance of these courses, highlighting their role in promoting independence and quality of life in old age.
Registration for the courses can be made by phone at 0163 960 0693 or by email. The upcoming courses are scheduled for the following dates: Thursday, 24. April, Wednesday, 30. April, Thursday, 8. May, Wednesday, 28. May, Thursday, 5. June, Thursday, 12. June, Wednesday, 18. June, and Wednesday, 2. July.
For more targeted information on senior digital courses in Wiesbaden, contacting local adult education centers (Volkshochschule Wiesbaden) or community centers specializing in senior activities would be advisable. Additional resources for computer-related courses might be found at the Volksbildungswerk Klarenthal e.V., which offers computer courses that might be suitable for seniors in the Wiesbaden area.
The publisher of this press release is the Press Office of the State Capital Wiesbaden, Schlossplatz 6, 65183 Wiesbaden. Citizens can contact the responsible department, office or the town hall switchboard with questions, as stated in the press release.
- The digital competency courses in Wiesbaden, designed for seniors, will also advise on the use of home-and-garden gadgets, aiming to improve daily life and enhance comfort.
- During these courses, besides learning about smartphones and technology basics, participants will explore digital resources in education-and-self-development, such as online learning platforms and libraries.
- To gain the most from the courses, it is suggested that seniors bring their preferred reading materials on home-and-garden topics, smartphones, or learning resources to practice skills in a familiar context.
- The smart city department head, Maral Koohestanian, encourages families to join these courses as well, emphasizing the importance of intergenerational learning in adapting to lifestyle changes brought about by technology.
